2/12/14 !   Your package contents
!   Baggage and Airport Procedures
!   Safety tips, Procedures
!   Phoning Home, Cell Phones, Phone Tree
!   Managing your money
!   Tour Tips
!   Itinerary
!   We are planning on arriving at the airport 3 hours prior to our
flight.
!   The following outlines the process once we arrive
!   Arrive Terminal ONE proceed with all belongings to Air Canada
Gate
!   Ensure all travel documents and tickets are ready before you
reach the counter
!   Be aware of weight and size restrictions for checked baggage.
!   Remove or tighten all straps on bags and backpacks
!   Make sure all luggage has tags on it, even your carry ons
!   Pack your own bags, remove any old bag tags
!   Present E-ticket and Passport, you will receive your boarding
pass (seat assignment) and US declaration (must be filled out
before you proceed)
!   Proceed to US Customs Clearance (Video)
!   Pre-board security screening. (refer to handout)
!   Remove footwear if asked.
!   Avoid carrying metal items that may trigger metal detector
alarms (i.e. belts, buttons, body piercings, and steel toe
shoes).
!   All carry-on items must be placed in a tray for screening.
!   Please remove jackets, purses and carry-on bags before
arriving at the front of the screening line.
!   Electronic equipment may need to be switched on when
going through screening.
!   Ensure all cameras, laptops and other devices are out of
your luggage and ready for inspection.
!   Boarding passes and personal identification (i.e. passport,
and/or birth certificate) must be shown to screening
personnel and carried through the metal detector.
1 2/12/14 !   TWO items of carry-on baggage are permitted.
!   Passport (Keep a photocopy of your passport with you at all
times and your student card)
!   Money/Credit Cards
!   Personal care items (toothbrush, etc.)
!   Contact lens case/glasses (to sleep comfortably on the plane)
!   A change of clothes (in case luggage is delayed)
!   Medication (must be in original pharmacy containers)
!   Any valuables
!   There will be a charge for your checked baggage. ($25 each way)
!   In addition to your carry-on allowance you can bring:
!   Coat or other outer garment,
!   If you exceed the allowance either by size, weight or number of
bags, you will be responsible for any extra cost.
!   Small purse measuring no more than 25cm x 30cm x 14cm
(10in x 12in x 5.5 in).
!   Small electronic device such as cell phone or MP3 player.
!   Snacks or food to eat on board: All food must be wrapped or in a
container.
!   Always purchase liquids after you've passed the security
checkpoint.
!   Your EF Tours backpack should be one of your carry-ons.
2 2/12/14 !   Portable electronic devices containing lithium metal or
lithium ion cells, or batteries, such as watches, calculating
machines, cameras, cellular phones, lap-top computers,
camcorders, etc, are permitted
!   Spare batteries must be individually protected so as to
prevent short circuits and carried in carry-on baggage
only.
!   Complete list available at:
!   http://www.aircanada.com/en/travelinfo/airport/baggage/
security.html#a
!   You are responsible for checking to make sure you do not
bring any restricted item on board.
!   (see handout for further information)
!   Once you are in the departure waiting area, you will be
able to purchase food and drinks to bring on board.
!   Clothing
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Comfortable walking shoes and one pair of nicer shoes
Shirts (short- and long-sleeved, and your California T-shirt too!)
For Show tapings- shirts with no visible logos
Socks & Underwear (obviously!)
Shorts/pants/jeans/capris
Pajamas (not optional)
Bathing suit and appropriate cover up (if you dare)
Dressier outfit (reserved for a special night out)
Raincoat and/or umbrella (not that we will need it)
Hat/Sunglasses (definitely)
The nights are chilly, bring jacket (think layers)
!   Toothbrush/toothpaste
!   Shampoo/conditioner
!   Soap/Deodorant (please)
!   Personal Care Items as required
!   Sunscreen/lip balm
!   Spare set of contact lenses/glasses (if applicable)
!   Medicine/Benadryl/Advil/Band-Aids/ (for all those blisters!)
!   Each room does have a hairdryer so you do not need to pack!
3 2/12/14 !   We recommend planning on $25 to $50 per day depending on
your destination. You will need to buy lunch each day (except
when we go the the Sony Studios on Wednesday!)
!   ATM card (call the bank prior to departure to alert them of the
trip; foreign purchases sometimes result in a hold on bank
accounts) Don’t forget you will pay service charge EACH time
you withdraw money, check with your bank for service fees
!   Credit card (if your parents dare!)
!   Pouch for storing money under clothing
!   If anyone is worried about carrying large amounts of cash with
them, it can be locked in the hotel safe. Your chaperone will
keep track of this for you.Your passports will also be put in
safe.
!   You should expect food and portion size to be
different than what you are accustomed to at home.
!   Breakfast typically includes cereal, bread or rolls, jam,
juice, coffee and tea.
!   Lunch is the chance for you to make culinary
discoveries of your own and your tour director can
provide recommendations. Don’t forget to tip if the
service is good!
!   Included dinners will either be familiar dishes or local
specialties. Students will be expected to pay for soft
drinks and other beverages at dinner. Table water is
always provided free of charge; bottled water is
provided only in those countries where deemed
necessary by locals.
!   Check out the links on the webpage for info!
!   No matter where you travel, there is a tremendous amount
to see and do – and only so much time to do it all! For that
reason, most EF itineraries are packed with activities.
!   Be prepared for your days and evenings to be busy.
!   Also, bring comfortable footwear! Many sightseeing tours
are on foot, so there is a lot of walking.
!   Do not make the mistake of trying to break in a new pair of
shoes.
!   It is crucial that everyone be
punctual on tour – from wake up
calls, to sightseeing tours and
meeting times.
!   Wear a watch!
!   Make sure you know where and
when your group is meeting.
4 2/12/14 !   EF eKit phone cards are a great way to keep in touch with
those at home – at great rates. All you have to do is add
money and activate it.
!   Always check with your hotel to see if they charge any
connection fees, since they can be very expensive. It is
usually better to use public phones.
!   You want to use your own phone card that you can prepurchase to check in with your family
!   In the event that we need to contact your family, the
telephone tree will be activated.
!   Make sure your emergency contact has the sheet.
!   If at any time you need to contact your traveler or myself,
you may do so by:
!   Calling or texting me at 1 705 344 0085
!   Emailing me at rachellemack@bell.net
!   Hotels will have WIFI so you can send messages when
you get back to the hotel
!   Make sure you check with you cell phone company to find
out what the rates are when you are in California.
!   Some plans will still allow for texting, but check to make
sure.
!   Keep in mind the roaming charges apply!
!   If you have your cell phone with you, there are some
places where it will not be allowed (studios etc) and you
will have to check it, or not bring it.
!   If you are now planning on bringing one, then make sure
we have the number.
!   Don't wear expensive-looking clothes or
jewelry.
!   Don't walk around alone; stay with your group
or your travel buddy. But you knew that
already… right?
!   Be aware of your purse/wallet all the time and
keep your money in a safe place. We know
it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of
a new city, but leaving your purse or
backpack dangling off your arm is asking for
trouble. Travel pouches that you wear under
your clothes are a safer choice.
5 2/12/14 !   Be a willing participant in all planned activities so that you
will benefit from the full scope of our tour.
!   Each traveler will be assigned to a group.
!   Each traveler has a designated travel buddy.
Do not go anywhere without your buddy.
!   The group chaperone will be in charge of
making sure everyone is accounted for at
various locations
!   While away you are still representing CCSS. You will need
to adhere to the dress code as you would if you were in
school.
!   If using the pools, wear cover-ups on your way to and
from the pool area.
!   Always have a sweater or light jacket on the bus, and
even something warmer to wear. Often we are gone for
the whole day, so you will not be able to go back to
change.
!   Not every activity will be everyone’s favourite, have a good
attitude at all times. A lot of planning an preparation goes
into making this a diverse, educational and of course FUN
trip.
!   Refer to Handout : Student Expectations and Code of
Conduct/Dress Code
!   Make sure you have your camera,
extra SD cards and batteries.
!   You will be able to choose which
photos you want to share with the
group for the photo book. Keep the
photos that turned out the best,
delete the ones you will never use
!   Keep a journal to help you
remember what you did that day,
fond memories, funny moments, (all
good stuff for the book!)
6 2/12/14 !   Keep your eyes open and camera ready as you head out
into the world. Architecture, colors and mountains all give
us a sense of place.
•  There are two beds in each room, yes you will have to share
!   Wherever you go, be on the lookout for humor which you
can incorporate into your photographs.
•  You are also responsible for any damage, missing items or any
charges that may occur. (phone, television)
•  Students must not switch rooms. If there is a problem with your
room you must let a chaperone know asap.
!   Turn off the flash when there is ample natural light
•  Keep your room neat, organized and respect the space and
privacy of others.
!   Shoot things that remind you of something special
•  Don’t forget you are on a school trip and your behaviour must
reflect this.
!   Learn composition techniques
•  If you would like to use the pool facilities, a chaperone MUST
accompany you.
!   San Francisco (2 nights)
@ Four Points by Sheraton
!   Los Angeles (5 nights)
@ La Quinta Inn & Suites
• Some changes or additions
may occur and will be
updated on an ongoing
basis.
• Days and evenings are very
full.
• Breakfast is at 7:00 am
each day. (you will know if
there are any changes to
itinerary.)
7 2/12/14 !   Arrive in San Francisco
!   Take a guided tour of San Francisco
!   Meet your Tour Director at the airport
!   Take a tour of Alcatraz
!   Lombard Street
!   Take a cable car ride
!   Golden Gate Park
!   Pacific Heights
!   Twin Peaks
!   Golden Gate Bridge
!   Fisherman's Wharf
!   Enjoy free time at Fisherman's Wharf
!   Los Angeles
!   San Francisco-Los Angeles
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Take a guided tour of Los Angeles
Hollywood Bowl
Star Walk of Fame
TCL Chinese Theater
Rodeo Drive
Hollywood Blvd.
Sunset Strip
Melrose Avenue
La Brea Tar Pits
The Original Farmers Market
Enjoy free time in Venice Beach/Santa
Monica Pier
8 2/12/14 !   Los Angeles
!   Visit Universal Studios and City Walk
!   Visit the Warner Bros
Studio for VIP Tour
!   Mme Tussaudes Wax
Museum
!   NoHo Experience
!   Los Angeles
Last Day
!   Sony VIP Tour
!   Attend taping of Jeopardy
!   Visit the Getty Museum
!   Lunch at Wolfgang Puck’s
!   Wheel of Fortune Taping
!   Cinema Secrets Make up Workshop
!   Griffith Observatory
!   Head for Home!
9 2/12/14 !   Links for all websites referenced can be found on school
webpage page, go to the California Dreamin Trip on the
sidebar
!   Join the facebook group for daily updates CCSS Goes to
California
!   Your turn…. Questions
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